Systematic differences between Cochrane and non-Cochrane meta-analyses on the same topic: a matched pair analysis [PDF]
, 2015 BACKGROUND: Meta-analyses conducted via the Cochrane Collaboration adhere to strict methodological and reporting standards aiming to minimize bias, maximize transparency/reproducibility, and improve the accuracy of summarized data.
Ameli, Omid +6 more
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It is reasonable to treat patients with type 1 hepatorenal syndrome with midodrine and octreotide [PDF]
, 2016 A critical appraisal and clinical application of Esrailian E, Pantangco ER, Kyulo NL, Hu KQ, Runyon BA. Octreotide/midodrine therapy significantly improves renal function and 30-day survival in patients with type 1 hepatorenal syndrome. Dig Dis Sci. 2007;
Kane, William
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Systematic review with meta-analysis: vasoactive drugs for the treatment of hepatorenal syndrome type 1 [PDF]
, 2017 Background Hepatorenal syndrome type 1 (HRS1) is a functional, rapidly progressive, potentially reversible form of acute kidney injury occurring in patients with cirrhosis.
Alessandria +34 more
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Combination octreotide, midodrine, and albumin may improve survival in patients with Hepatorenal syndrome, but the evidence is weak [PDF]
, 2017 A critical appraisal and clinical application of Skagen C, Einstein M, Lucey MR, Said A. Combination treatment with octreotide, midodrine, and albumin improves survival in patients with type 1 and type 2 hepatorenal syndrome. J Clin Gastroenterol.
Szafranski, Jacob
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Hemodynamic Instability during Dialysis:The Potential Role of Intradialytic Exercise [PDF]
, 2018 Acute haemodynamic instability is a natural consequence of disordered cardiovascular physiology during haemodialysis (HD). Prevalence of intradialytic hypotension (IDH) can be as high as 20–30%, contributing to subclinical, transient myocardial ischemia.
Horton, Elizabeth Jane +5 more
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Pharmacological Treatment of Postprandial Reductions in Blood Pressure : A Systematic Review [PDF]
, 2015 Funded by The Dunhill Medical Trust.
Alam +28 more
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Zinc-deficiency acrodermatitis in a patient with chronic alcoholism and gastric bypass: a case report [PDF]
, 2014 Acquired adult-onset zinc deficiency is occasionally reported in patients with malnutrition states, such as alcoholism, or malabsorptive states, such as post-bariatric surgery.
Ajoy Karikkineth +4 more
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TIPS for the treatment of refractory ascites, hepatorenal syndrome and hepatic hydrothorax: a critical update [PDF]
, 2010 Refractory ascites is a frequent complication of advanced cirrhosis and is associated with hepatorenal syndrome and hepatic hydrothorax. Large volume paracentesis and pleurodesis are regarded as first-line treatments in patients who do not respond ...
Gerbes, Alexander L., Roessle, Martin
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Hemodynamic Evaluation of Nonselective \u3b2-Blockers in Patients with Cirrhosis and Refractory Ascites [PDF]
, 2018 BACKGROUND:Nonselective \u3b2-blockers (NSBB) have been associated with increased incidence of paracentesis-induced circulatory dysfunction (PICD) and reduced survival in patients with cirrhosis and refractory ascites.
Angeli, Paolo +10 more
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The Postural Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS): Pathophysiology, Diagnosis & Management [PDF]
, 2006 Postural tachycardia syndrome (POTS), characterized by orthostatic tachycardia in the absence of orthostatic hypotension, has been the focus of increasing clinical interest over the last 15 years 1. Patients with POTS complain of symptoms of tachycardia,
Raj, Satish R
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